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Melia Ria Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with a full-service spa and a health club

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 15.00 per person)
Turkish bath, body treatments, hot stone massages, prenatal massages
Indoor pool
Breakfast served
Turkish bath, body treatments, hot stone massages, prenatal massages

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Cais da Fonte Nova, Lote 5, Aveiro, 3810-200
  • Place, Museu de Aveiro
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Aveiro Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Praca da Republica
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Melia Individual Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Melia Individual Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room (Ria Views) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room (Ria Views)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Melia Room (2+1)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, River View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Melia Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Aveiro

Melia Ria Hotel & Spa places you next to Congressional Center of Aveiro and within a 10-minute walk of Friendship Ties Bridge. This 128-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Museu de Aveiro - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Aveiro Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Praca da Republica - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ria de Aveiro - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Aveiro Salt Pans - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Aveiro Station - 11 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subenshi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Box Burguer - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Bem Haja - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪REVOLTA - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Croissanteria Oita - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Melia Ria Hotel & Spa

Riverfront hotel with a full-service spa and a health club
At Melia Ria Hotel & Spa, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. Self parking is available for EUR 12 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and bidets. Other amenities include minibars, free newspapers, and safes.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (EUR 12 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 35 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of EUR 100 per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (44 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15.00 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Pet deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Facilities fee: EUR 15 per person, per day and includes use of: spa; swimming pool; fitness facilities

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number 700

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Melia Aveiro
Meliá Ria
Meliá Ria Aveiro
Meliá Ria Hotel
Meliá Ria Hotel Aveiro
Meliá Ria Hotel Spa

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

Melia Ria Hotel & Spa provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

This hotel in Aveiro is within a 10-minute walk of Aveiro Cathedral, Museu de Aveiro, and Friendship Ties Bridge. You'll also find Praca da Republica and Largo da Praça Fish Market less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 12 per day. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot stone massages, body treatments, facials, and mani/pedis.

Does Melia Ria Hotel & Spa include a casino?

No, Melia Ria Hotel & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

This riverfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an indoor pool and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Melia Ria Hotel & Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Melia Ria Hotel & Spa serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Melia Ria Hotel & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa for a fee of EUR 35 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls. A deposit of EUR 100 per stay is collected.

Does Melia Ria Hotel & Spa have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa.

Does Melia Ria Hotel & Spa have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Melia Ria Hotel & Spa.

Melia Ria Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 596 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 596 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 596 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 596 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 596 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Beatriz

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 21 days and the second day the pool was closed for renovations. Perhaps they should have chosen January or February to do that not July and August. They also didn’t let me know when I booked that the pool would not be available.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gennaro

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always stay at this place, the best in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Stay

This is an excellent hotel. Everything from staff to the appearance to cleanliness to breakfast was awesome. We also each had a massage. Wonderful! Only disappointment was the pool was not a single due to construction. It is close to mega shopping and lots of restaurants and of course the river. We had a river view and loved riding in and watching the Gondolas. We will definitely stay there again. Also We arrived on my husband’s birthday and we went out to dinner and when we returned back to our room the staff had left a tray of fruit and parties and a bottle of wine with a birthday card. An excellent touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anabel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

yelsi, miami

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Good breakfast and room adequate. Unfortunately there was a rap concert on in a temporary arena immediately outside our window, between the hours of 10pm and midnight. This was extremely loud to the extent that the bed was vibrating and we could not hear the TV. The concert was not arranged by the hotel, however the staff were very well aware of it and had not informed us in advance. We asked to change rooms, however were told there were none available. When we raised this again in the morning, we were not offered any concession eg on the room rate. The spa pool was also out of order, but we were not made aware of this at check in (and use of the pool/spa incurred an additional fee of €15). Had we known about the concert and the spa pool being out of service, we would have booked an alternative hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and staff was helpful.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Decided I don’t like Melia hotels

Very noisy bar area as acoustics poor and chairs so heavy they scrape loudly and other guests volume not absorbed. Difficulty charging car as Tesla charger not available to guests.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Worst Hotel Ever!

I booked this hotel specifically for the hot tub and sauna, after days of walking Lisbon, my feet and back were killing me. The Hot tub cost an additional 12 Euros. The steam room was broken. The sauna fit only one or two people at a time and the jacuzzi was only luke warm. When I told the attendant this, he said the jacuzzi was 33 c and I must be "getting sick" or something, which I am not, only sick of this hotel. It was less of a jacuzzi and more of a giant therapy pool, with no seats. If you push the button near the jet, it turns on, but only one jet was working and occupied. The rest of the pool is just a massive luke warm pond. The food was weird, the beds were rock hard with springs you could feel. I didn't sleep at all that night and my day of recovery required another day of recovery at my next location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

AJ

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristina

Business traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un hotel con muy buena localización, excelente desayuno y un servicio espectacular
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is good. The bed is very confortable and room is good size with quality amenities. Highly recommend if you plan to visit Averio
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very expensive for what they offer

The hotel is well located, but the buffet food for dinner and breakfast is very poor, the premium room did not have a bathroom, very expensive for what they offer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asma

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Eduardo

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to use pool or gym there is a 15€/hour fee you have to pay. If you want to park you pay 9€/day. There are much better options for the same price, unfortunately I didn’t notice this before booking. Employees were very rude, very different from what I was expecting of a premium service. Rooms are old and not very well cleaned. On the more positive side bed is comfortable and breakfast is amazing.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
plenty of parking available, overall great value, just didn't care for the room decor (red and black)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Armando

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location walkable to main attractions & shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Meliá ría was great! Location and property are really good . Breakfast as well. The only odd thing is that they charge you for the pool use, that having kids it’s a must. This wasn’t clear when booking
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tusharkumar

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024